Development Director - Easttown Library

Palibraries; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Easttown Library Foundation seeks a Development Director to lead all fundraising efforts for the organization. This exempt, full-time role builds relationships with individuals and businesses while implementing a comprehensive plan to expand philanthropic support.

The position involves grant writing, donor stewardship, annual reporting, and coordination with committees and staff to meet funding goals, with primary onsite work and some remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of fundraising experience with donor cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and revenue generation.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and public speaking skills.
• Knowledge of donor cultivation, major gifts, grant writing, planned giving, and stewardship.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies for Annual Fund, Endowment, and Planned Giving.
• Maintain donor database, process gifts, analyze data, and prepare reports.
• Manage portfolio of donors and prospects.
• Cultivate and steward donors with Development Committee guidance.
• Design and prepare annual report and fundraising publications.
• Research, manage, and write grant proposals (including EITC).
• Oversee events logistics for foundation donor cultivation and recognition.
• Draft annual budget and provide input for long-range planning.
• Collaborate on social media, website content, and event marketing.
• Coordinate with Friends of Easttown Library on fundraising initiatives.
• Achieve fundraising goals for Annual and Endowment Funds.
• Present monthly fundraising status reports to the Foundation Board.
• Oversee consultants and vendors for special projects and events.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor cultivation

Public speaking

Written communication

Project management

Self-starter

Confidentiality

Canva

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Bloomerang

Donor database

Microsoft Office

Canva

Job description

Position Title: Development Director (full-time, exempt)

Department: Administration

We are looking for a welcoming, enthusiastic, and community-focused individual to join our team as Development Director. This position is responsible for leading all fundraising efforts of the Easttown Library Foundation. The Development Director builds relationships with individuals and businesses while developing, implementing, and monitoring a comprehensive fundraising plan to expand philanthropic support for the organization.

Easttown Library is a busy suburban library in Chester County, PA. In addition to loaning books and non-traditional materials, we also offer a robust set of programs and services for residents of all ages, including notary and passport services. Our library is a hub for lifelong learning, connection, exploration, and enrichment. The Easttown Library Foundation supports the mission of Easttown Library through philanthropy, advocacy, and community engagement to ensure exceptional library services for current and future generations.

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies for the Annual Fund, Endowment Fund, and Planned Giving
• Maintain donor database, process gifts, analyze data, and prepare reports to inform fundraising efforts
• Develop and manage portfolio of donors and prospects
• Devise and execute strategies to cultivate and steward donors in coordination with the Development Committee of the Foundation Board
• Plan, design, and prepare the Annual Report and other fundraising publications and brochures
• Research, manage, and write grant proposals, including for the EITC program
• Oversee, plan, prepare, and handle logistics of all Foundation special events and donor cultivation and recognition events
• Draft Foundation annual budget and provide input for long range planning and fundraising goals
• Collaborate with Community Engagement Librarian on social media and website content and event marketing materials
• Collaborate with the Friends of Easttown Library on their fundraising initiatives and events in coordination with the Foundation’s activities
• Achieve fundraising goals for the Annual and Endowment Funds as set by the Foundation Board
• Prepare and present a monthly report to the Foundation Board on the status of fundraising initiatives and events
• Oversee consultants and vendors for special projects and events

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience with a demonstrated record of success in donor cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and revenue generation
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and public speaking communication skills
• Strong knowledge of donor cultivation, major gifts, grant writing, planned giving, and stewardship practices
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and as a team member
• Proficiency with donor database software, Microsoft Office, and Canva
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive donor information with professionalism

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Bloomerang donor management software
• Experience with capital campaigns
• Experience in a library, educational, or non-profit setting
• CFRE certification

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements listed are representative of those needed to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

This role requires regular sitting, use of hands, and frequent reaching, standing, walking, and communicating. Employees may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Close and distance vision are required.

Additional requirements:

Must provide PA Criminal History Record, Childline Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI Fingerprint Check within 90 days of employment.

Hours:

• 35 hours per week
• Occasional evening and weekend attendance is required for board meetings, donor events, and fundraising activities
• Primarily onsite at Easttown Library with some flexibility for remote work as approved

Salary & Benefits:

• The salary range for this full-time position is $63,000-$75,000, depending upon qualifications and experience.
• Easttown Library offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in a retirement plan, and generous paid time off.

Easttown Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Additional Info

Job Type : Full-Time

Experience Level : 3-5 years

Job Function : Development

Type of library : Public Library

Hourly or salaried position? : Salaried position

What is the pay range? : $63,000-$75,000